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Paula Odom, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness
About Paula
Paula Odom is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with six years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, and career questions. Her practice also addresses grief, addictions, bipolar mood concerns, self-esteem, anger, and issues related to identity and discrimination.
Paula uses straightforward, skills-based methods that help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break down patterns that keep problems going. She also uses client-centered approaches, dialectical behavior therapy skills, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing depending on the situation.
Sessions focus on concrete steps - spotting thought patterns, practicing new behaviors, and building daily routines that support change. Paula helps people work through family-related challenges such as blended family dynamics, adoption and foster care concerns, attachment questions, caregiver stress, and communication problems. She also addresses domestic violence history and multicultural or prejudice-related stress.
Paula’s style is interactive and practical. She balances talking through what’s happening with short exercises and skill practice between sessions. She welcomes clients who are part of the LGBT community and those coping with compassion fatigue or the emotional impact of caregiving.
Clients can expect clear goal-setting and regular check-ins on progress. Paula works with each person to choose which methods - CBT techniques, DBT skills, mindfulness, or motivational interviewing - fit their goals and daily life.
How CBT, DBT, and client-centered work online
Paula relies on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to map how thoughts, feelings, and actions keep problems going. CBT sessions focus on practical exercises and testing small changes in everyday life to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and shift unhelpful patterns.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach concrete tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. DBT skills can be useful when strong emotions or relationship conflicts make daily functioning harder. Client-centered therapy provides space to reflect and prioritize the client’s concerns, letting the person guide which goals matter most.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Paula will talk with each person about goals, try techniques, and adjust based on what works. Decisions about using CBT, DBT skills, mindfulness, or motivational interviewing happen together and can change over time.
Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into the week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It can also let people use phone or lower-bandwidth options if that better suits their schedule or environment.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she often address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family concerns, parenting issues, grief, addictions, bipolar mood concerns, and related topics.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new responses through small, practical exercises and behavior changes.
What is her professional background?
She holds an LCSW credential and has six years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns.
Where is she based and licensed?
She is based in New York and practices as an LCSW in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available for scheduling.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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